On the hunt for something fun to do this half term?

This half term is packed with thrilling activities for the whole family—whether you’re into arts, crafts, outdoor adventures, or simply having fun, there’s something for everyone!

Check out our comprehensive guide below.

Our libraries have lots going on to keep you entertained:

Darwen Library:

• Board games and trail – Saturday 15 February, 10:30am to 1:30pm
• Family storytime – Saturday 15 February, 11am
• Board games – Monday 17 February, 10am to 12pm
• Climate Champions creative writing champions- Monday 17 February, 2pm to 4pm (booking required: http://tinyurl.com/4V2BE6MJ)
• Digiplay- Wednesday 19 February, 10am to 12pm
• Baby Storytime- Wednesday 19 February, 2pm to 2:30pm
• K’Nex- Thursday 20 February, 2pm to 4pm
• Storytime & Rhyme- Friday 21 February, 10:30am
• Craft Activity- Friday 21 February, 2pm to 4pm
• Lego Club- Saturday 22 February, 10:30am to 1:30pm
• Family Storytime- Saturday 22 February, 11am

Blackburn Library:

• Family Zentangling- Thursday 20 February, 2pm to 3pm- suitable for children 5+ (free tickets available from the library)
• Pirates’ Treasure Trail – all week
• Story Corner (drop-in) – Saturday 22 February, 12pm to 12.30 pm
• Lego Club (drop-in) – Saturday 22 February, 1.30pm to 3 pm
• Digiplay – Saturday 22 February, 1.30pm to 3 pm

Mill Hill Library:

• Family String Art- Tuesday 18 February, 2pm to 3pm (free tickets available from the library)

• Story time (drop-in) – Thursday 20 February, 11am to 11.30 am

Cherry Tree Library:

• Connecting Libraries themed walk- Wednesday 19 February, 10:30am to 12:30pm
• Family Origami- Friday 21 February, 2pm to 3pm- suitable for children 5+ (free tickets available from the library)

Roman Road Library:

• Climate Champions creative writing champions- Thursday 20 February, 9:30am to 11:30am (booking required: http://tinyurl.com/4V2BE6MJ)

• Lego Club (drop-in) – Saturday 22 February, 10.30 am to 12.30 pm

And at Blackburn Museum be prepared to be immersed in art and history:

• ART OPEN 2025 – Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 4:45pm
• Get crafty – Saturday 15 February and Saturday 22 February, 12pm to 4pm
• The Legend of Looms – Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 4:45pm
• CHANGE (of Hart) exhibit – Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 4:45pm
• Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels Trail – Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 4:45pm

Our markets are busy too, there’s a quick rundown below but you can see the full detail on The Shuttle.

Blackburn Market

• Alice Rowbottom- Crankie Making Workshop – Wednesday 19 February, 11am to 3pm
• Ian Halawi- Blackburn Print Rally- Friday 21 February, 11am to 3pm
• Seed Bomb making workshop- Friday 21 February, 11am to 3pm
• Goofus Theatre – Where do the noses grow? – Saturday 22 February, 11am to 2pm

Darwen Market

• Crankie Making Workshop- Monday 17 February, 11am to 3pm
• Seed- Bomb making workshop- Wednesday 19 February, 11am to 3pm
• Goofus Theatre: Where do the noses grow? – Friday 21 February, 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Our health and wellbeing service also have lots of activities to get you feeling fit and inspired:

ReFresh:

• Xplorer Trail at Whitehall Park- Tuesday 18 February, 11:30am, 12pm, 12:30pm and 1pm (Booking required: Active Winter! – Booking by Bookwhen)
• Wizard Walk – Wednesday 19 February, 12pm add 1:45pm (Booking required: Active Winter! – Booking by Bookwhen)
• Welly Art Walk in Queens Park – Wednesday 19 February, 1pm (Booking required: Active Winter! – Booking by Bookwhen)
• Family Fun Tennis – Thursday 20 February, 12pm and 1pm (Booking required: Active Winter! – Booking by Bookwhen)
• Nature Art Walk – Thursday 20 February, 1pm (Booking required: Active Winter! – Booking by Bookwhen)

Looking for some outdoor entertainment? Head to Darwen for the wheel or to Blackburn for the ultimate funfair:

Darwen Observation Wheel:

Don’t miss the spectacular Darwen Observation Wheel, open daily throughout half term! Take in stunning views from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Tickets are £6 for adults, £4 for children, or £17 for a family of four.

Escape to Fun Island

The ultimate funfair is back in Blackburn for its fourth year! From February 13 to 23, the Escape to Fun Island will feature over 20 thrilling rides and spectacular performances by artists like Smilie the Clown! Entry is just £2 with tokens available for £1. The fun kicks off daily from 1:00pm to 9:00pm.

And there’s lots of family fun activities taking place at our Family Hubs. Visit the Family Hubs website to see what’s on.

Plus don’t forget to explore the 8 Free Things to Do article for even more fun.